WARNING STATEMENT

QUALITY CARGO CONTROL WARNING STATEMENT

CHAIN AND CHAIN BINDER WARNINGS:

• Inspect the entire chain and chain binder before each use. Do not use if the chain and/or chain binder shows any sign of damage, including, but not limited to elongated links, or if there are any nicks, cracks and/or gouges.
• Exposure to the environment, such as extreme temperatures and/or chemicals may cause damage.
• Remove from service if the material thickness at any location of the chain link is less than the minimum thickness listed in the National Association of Chain Manufacturers (NACM) welded chain specifications.
• Never exceed the working load limit (WLL) of any chain or chain binder. Subjecting any chain or chain binder to loads beyond its stated WLL can result in damage to cargo, personal injury and/or death. The WLL of any chain or chain binding system is only as strong as its weakest point.
• Binders should be matched with the equivalent grade of chain for chain binding assemblies.
• Select the suitable binder for the specific load and the securement required.
• Chain and/or chain binders should not be used for lifting, raising or lowering applications.
• Chain binders should only be tightened by hand to its specified Working Load Limit (WLL). Handle extensions (lever bars/“cheater bars”/extenders) should not be used on any binders.
• When operating, user shall secure their footing on the ground; do not stand on the load. In cases of adverse weather conditions extra precautions should be taken to ensure safety.
• Tighten chain by positioning the chain binder so the handle can be pulled downward to tighten.
• Each chain binder must be secured in a manner that prevents it from becoming loose, opened or released while vehicle is in transit. Latches, chain wrap or other means should be used to secure the chain binder handle. Periodic checks and adjustments may be required during transit to ensure adequate tension.
• Use extreme caution when releasing binders. When releasing use open hand, ensuring that all body parts are out of handle path as a sudden release due to stored energy may cause a high speed flailing hazard, causing personal injury or death.
• Due to environmental exposure, periodic inspection, cleaning and lubrication may be necessary to ensure proper operation.
• Refer to the applicable Federal, Provincial, State and Local regulations.
• Refer to the Web Sling & Tie Down Association‘s (WSTDA) recommended operating practices for specific details.

RUBBER OR EPDM TARP STRAP WARNINGS:

• Inspect the entire tarp strap before each use. Do not use if the tarp strap shows any signs of damage to rubber/EPDM, including, but not limited to cuts and cracks, and if hooks are damaged, bent, elongated, corroded or if any nicks, cracks or gouges exist.
• Exposure to the environment, such as temperatures outside the -40°F to 400°F temperature range, and/or chemicals, can cause damage to tarp straps.
• Do not exceed maximum safe stretch of more than 50% of the original length.
• Do not use this product as the primary tie down as tarp straps are designed to hold tarps in place. Tarp straps should not be used for restraining or securing cargo.
• Tarp straps should not be used for any lifting, raising or lowering applications.
• Wearing eye protection during use of tarp straps is required.
• Avoid anchoring tarp straps around sharp edges or pulling over any potentially abrasive surfaces.
• Use extreme care when connecting and disconnecting tarp straps as a sudden break or disconnection may cause personal injury or death.
• Refer to the applicable Federal, Provincial, State, and Local regulations.

WEBBING STRAP ASSEMBLY WARNINGS:

• Inspect the entire webbing strap assembly before each use. Do not use if there are signs of damage, including, but not limited to holes, tears, cuts, frays, snags or broken/worn stitching in the webbing. Or if buckles and/or end fittings are damaged, deformed, corroded or if any nicks, cracks or gouges exist in the webbing strap assembly.
• Avoid anchoring webbing strap assemblies around sharp edges or pulling over any potentially abrasive surfaces. Corner protectors should be used in accordance with the law and recommended standards of the Web Sling & Tie Down Association (WSTDA).
• Exposure to the environment, such as extreme temperatures and/or chemicals, can cause damage to webbing strap assemblies.
• Do not attempt to repair webbing strap assemblies. If damage or defect is discovered webbing strap assembly should immediately be removed from service.
• All webbing straps are solely for the purpose of load control, and should not be used for any type of lifting, raising or lowering applications.
• Never exceed the working load limit (WLL) of any webbing strap assembly. Subjecting webbing strap assemblies to loads beyond their stated WLL can result in damage to cargo, personal injury and/or death. The WLL of any webbing strap assembly is only as strong as its weakest point, including the point of attachment.
• Strength of webbing strap assemblies are significantly reduced if load path is not in a straight line.
• Handle extensions (lever bars/“cheater bars”/extenders) should not be used on hardware when tensioning.
• Refer to the applicable Federal, Provincial, State, and Local regulations.
• Refer to the Web Sling & Tie Down Association‘s (WSTDA) recommended operating practices for specific details.
QCC assumes no responsibility for the end user’s application in which our webbing strap assemblies may be used. Failure of the product can occur due to misapplication, overuse, abuse, intentional alteration or improper maintenance. Product failure can result in property damage, personal injury or death.

NEVER EXCEED THE WORKING LOAD LIMIT (WLL). ALL ASSEMBLIES ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS THEIR WEAKEST POINT, INCLUDING THE POINT OF ATTACHMENT.



WINCH, WINCH BAR AND WINCH TRACK WARNINGS:


WINCHES, WINCH BARS AND WINCH TRACKS SHALL BE USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL STATE, FEDERAL, PROVINCIAL, LOCAL AND INDUSTRY REGULATIONS, AS APPLICABLE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PRODUCT REGULATIONS, INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS AND PROPER USE, CARE AND INSPECTION STANDARDS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO CARGO, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. THESE PRODUCTS ARE USED AT THE USERS' OWN RISK. USE OF THESE PRODUCTS DEMONSTRATES AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE WARNINGS AND THE POTENTIAL RISKS INVOLVED.


• Inspect the winch, winch bar and winch track before each use. Do not use if there are any signs of damage, including, but not limited to cracks, distortion, deformation or corrosion.
• Exposure to the elements, such as extreme temperatures and/or chemicals, can cause damage to winches, winch bars and winch tracks.
• Do not attempt to repair damaged or defective products. If damage or defect is discovered product should immediately be removed from service.
• Winches must be welded to a structurally sound frame element by a qualified technician.
• Winches must be installed in a position so that the pawl is free-floating and pivots into the sprocket by gravity.
• Winches should not be used for lifting, raising or lowering applications.
• Never exceed the working load limit (WLL) of any winch. Subjecting any winch to loads beyond its stated WLL can result in damage to cargo, personal injury and/or death.
• Portable winches: Never over tighten set screws. Do not attach portable winches to rub rails. Always remove portable winches when not in use.
• When operating, user shall secure their footing on the ground; do not stand on the load. In cases of adverse weather conditions extra precautions should be taken to ensure safety.
• Tighten winch by positioning the winch bar so the handle can be pulled downward to tighten. The tip of the winch bar should be inserted through two holes to prevent slipping or damage to the winch, winch bar, personal injury and/or death. Use caution when tensioning, ensuring that the winch pawl is fully engaged into the sprocket prior to releasing pressure on the winch bar.
• Only use winch bars designated to be used for winches to tension and release tie-downs. “Cheater bars” or extenders should not be used.
• Each winch must be secured in a manner that prevents it from becoming loose, opened, or released while vehicle is in transit. Periodic checks and adjustments may be required during transit to ensure adequate tension.
• Use extreme caution when releasing a winch as a sudden release of the handle may occur, causing serious personal injury or death.
• Due to environmental exposure, periodic inspection, cleaning and lubrication may be necessary to ensure proper operation.
• Refer to the applicable Federal, Provincial, State, and Local regulations.
• Refer to the Web Sling & Tie Down Association‘s (WSTDA) recommended operating practice for specific details.